How To Fix CMD_HIERARCHY005 - You are not allowed to create hierarchy '&1'.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMD_HIERARCHY - Messages for CMD_HIERARCHY Gateway service

• Message number: 005

• Message text: You are not allowed to create hierarchy '&1'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMD_HIERARCHY005 - You are not allowed to create hierarchy '&1'. ?

  The SAP error message CMD_HIERARCHY005, which states "You are not allowed to create hierarchy '&1'," typically occurs when a user attempts to create a hierarchy in SAP but lacks the necessary authorizations or permissions to do so. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The most common cause of this error is that the user does not have the required authorizations to create a hierarchy. This could be due to missing roles or permissions in the user's profile.
  Hierarchy Type Restrictions: Certain hierarchy types may have restrictions based on the organizational structure or specific settings in the system.
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the creation of hierarchies for certain users or roles.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to check for authorization failures. This will show you which authorization objects are missing.
  Review the user's roles and profiles in transaction SU01 or PFCG to ensure that the necessary authorizations for creating hierarchies are included.
  
  
  
  Request Additional Authorizations:
  
  If the user lacks the necessary authorizations, contact your SAP security team or system administrator to request the required roles or permissions.
  
  
  
  Review Hierarchy Type Settings:
  
  Check if there are specific settings or restrictions for the hierarchy type you are trying to create. This can be done in the configuration settings of the relevant module (e.g., SAP BW, SAP CRM).
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the hierarchy you are trying to create and any associated authorization requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing in a Different Environment:
  
  If possible, test the hierarchy creation in a development or test environment where you have full permissions to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SU01 (User Maintenance), PFCG (Role Maintenance), and SU53 (Authorization Check).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Groups: Sometimes, hierarchies can be restricted based on user groups or organizational units, so ensure that the user is part of the correct group.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CMD_HIERARCHY005 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.